Zenith Metropole

The Zénith Nantes Métropole, inaugurated on December 2, 2006, is a prominent performance venue in Saint-Herblain, a suburb of Nantes, France. Designed by the architectural firm Chaix & Morel et associés, the building features an oval shape with metal perforated exterior walls. It measures 103 meters in length, 101 meters in width, and 21 meters at its highest point. The venue boasts a seating capacity of up to 9,000 spectators, making it one of the largest Zénith arenas in France.

Since its opening, the Zénith has hosted various events, including concerts by international artists such as Placebo, Muse, and Sheryl Crow. In addition to musical performances, the venue accommodates corporate events, political gatherings, and sporting events, including boxing matches.

Notably, on November 22, 2024, the Zénith hosted a boxing event featuring David Papot and Josh Wagner competing for the WBO Global and IBF International Welterweight Titles. The undercard included a super welterweight bout between Johnny Bertin and Adel Aghroud.  Previously, on April 12, 2024, the venue hosted a match between David Papot and Jon Miguez.

The Zénith's strategic location near the Atlantis le Centre commercial area and accessibility via major transportation routes, including proximity to the boulevard périphérique (Porte d'Or Mor) and the Nationale 444, enhances its appeal as a premier event destination. Its versatile design and capacity to host a wide range of events continue to solidify its status as a regional cultural hub.?